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School of Social Work

The University of Southern Maine’s School of Social Work is committed to educating culturally competent generalist social-work practitioners prepared for multi-level, strengths-based practice that values the centrality of community in enhancing the well-being of diverse individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.

School of Social Work Diversity Statement

Commitment to diversity is an integral part of the School of Social Work’s mission.  The School of Social Work faculty and staff are committed to preparing culturally competent social work practitioners.  We welcome and honor people of all ages, abilities, creeds, cultures, genders, races, sexual orientations, and socio-economic statuses.  We value intellectual curiosity, pursuit of knowledge, academic freedom, and integrity, and vigorously promote a safe atmosphere where ideas can be presented and challenged in a mutually respectful manner. We promote values of social justice and social change, and strive to end discrimination, oppression, poverty, and other forms of social injustice through partnership with the community and in our teaching, scholarship, and service endeavors.

(Revised April 18, 2012)

News & Events

Posted April 9, 2012
Article written by an alumnus from our MSW program, Susan Marean-Shedd.
Posted March 2, 2012
The National Association of Social Workers: Maine Chapter January 2012 newsletter is now available.
Posted March 2, 2012
Summer registration information

MSW Admissions Process

Applicant Deadline Information: Application reviews for Fall 2013 will begin on 10/15/12. This is a firm deadline and not on a rolling basis. No applications will be accepted after 10/15/12.

USM Graduate Student Guide to Financial Support

Tips for a strong application to the MSW program

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